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Case Law Updates for August 2017
To keep Sullivan on Comp up to date on a monthly basis, our team dives into each panel decision and new laws to include an explanation of how each case fits within the workers' compensation scheme. Below is a sampling of this month's updates. Complete discussions of these topics can be found on Sullivan on Comp.
Can the Deposition of an Injured Worker's Spouse be Compelled in Workers' Compensation Proceedings?
The law establishes a marital privilege protecting a person from testifying against his or her spouse. Although this privilege is commonly used in criminal proceedings, it applies to more than that.
Case Law Updates for July 2017
To keep Sullivan on Comp up to date on a monthly basis, our team dives into each panel decision and new laws to include an explanation of how each case fits within the workers' compensation scheme. Below is a sampling of this month's updates. Complete discussions of these topics can be found on Sullivan on Comp.
Sullivan on Comp Publishes “Special Report: SB 863 Five Years Later” E-book
New Sullivan on Comp publication provides comprehensive analysis of recent significant changes to the California workers’ compensation law and is available as a free, downloadable e-book.
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Case Law Updates for June 2017
To keep Sullivan on Comp up to date on a monthly basis, our team dives into each panel decision and new laws to include an explanation of how each case fits within the workers' compensation scheme. Below is a sampling of this month's updates. Complete discussions of these topics can be found on Sullivan on Comp.
SOC Webinar 2nd Quarter Update - 2017
Join us for the live SOC Webinar 2nd Quarter Update - 2017 Apportionment to Genetic Factors and Immutable Characteristics: The Rice Case and its Implications Part 1: Psychiatric Claims
Case Law Updates for May 2017
To keep Sullivan on Comp up to date on a monthly basis, our team dives into each panel decision and new laws to include an explanation of how each case fits within the workers' compensation scheme. Below is a sampling of this month's updates. Complete discussions of these topics can be found on Sullivan on Comp.
Case Law Updates for April 2017
To keep Sullivan on Comp up to date on a monthly basis, our team dives into each panel decision and new laws to include an explanation of how each case fits within the workers' compensation scheme. Below is a sampling of this month's updates. Complete discussions of these topics can be found on Sullivan on Comp.
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